radiator drain plug location

2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU

43,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC

FRITZ HEMMER

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I removed the splash shield below the radiator, but I can't find a radiator drain valve. I am trying to drain, flush, and refill with fresh coolant. I even removed the tube fitting at the bottom on the passenger side of the radiator and vented at the top, but no coolant poured out.

Jul 2, 2010 at 3:08 PM

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DANNY L

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Hello, I'm Danny.

Here this the information you've requested. This is tutorial showing what is involved for a coolant drain and fill.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-flush-and-refill-all-cars

I've attached picture steps below for your car including the drain valve location. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.

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Nov 27, 2020 at 7:28 PM